Did you raise your shoulders to breathe deeply? If you did, you could probably benefit from participating in the Yoga Loft's monthly session called: The Breathing Class.

Learn about the role that proper breathing can have in your level of energy, mental clarity and overall health. Instructor Megan Ridge Morris will lead the two-hour class at the Bethlehem studio beginning at 4 p.m. Sunday.

Be prepared to try a few introductory yoga poses to lead you into the breathing techniques. Cost is $20. The Yoga Loft is at 521 E. Fourth St., third floor. Info: http://www.theyogaloftofbethlehem.com or 610-867-9642.

Find out how to start your plants in a greenhouse, cold frame or a windowsill. Learn about equipment, containers for indoor seed starting, soil and seed starting mixes. The session will also cover watering schedules and ways to transplant the plants and enjoy a beautiful summer harvest.

Bring your gardening gloves for hands-on transplanting in the institute's greenhouse. The institute is at 611 Siegfriedale Road in Kutztown. Price is $60. Info: rodaleinstitute.org.